Thirdy Ravena hopes to have breakout game soon

By Camille B. Naredo, ABS-CBNnews.com

UAAP Juniors MVP Thirdy Ravena of the Ateneo Blue Eaglets hold his trophies during the awarding ceremonies. Photo by Mark Cristino for ABS-CBNnews.com

MANILA, Philippines – Ateneo rookie Thirdy Ravena freely admits that he has been struggling so far in his UAAP career, as the former juniors MVP has yet to score a single point in three games for the Blue Eagles.

Ravena, the younger brother of Ateneo star Kiefer, usually comes off the bench for defensive purposes. He had one rebound and one assist in Ateneo's 86-75 win against UP on Wednesday, but has yet to get on the scoreboard.

Ravena is part of a heralded recruiting class that also includes former San Beda Red Cub Arvin Tolentino. The two have had contrasting careers so far, as Tolentino is already averaging 15 points per game and scored a career-high 20 points against UP.

Ravena said this is not a concern for him, and indeed sees it as an advantage that Tolentino has been playing so well.